DAWSON
The meaning of the unisex name Dawson is SURNAME. VARIANT OF DAVID BELOVED..
Details on DAWSON:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Surname. variant of david beloved
- Popularity for Boy:
- 240th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 3,918th in the USA (top 15%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
2,576 births
DAWSON as a BOY in 2024
90 births
DAWSON as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of DAWSON:
The name Dawson is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Dawson is: David's son.Surname.
The name Dawson is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Dawson is: David's son.Surname.
USA SSA birth(s) for DAWSON:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name DAWSON
DAWSON as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 2576 births |
| 2023 | 2449 births |
| 2022 | 2045 births |
| 2021 | 1829 births |
| 2020 | 1918 births |
| 2019 | 1960 births |
| 2018 | 2099 births |
| 2017 | 2004 births |
| 2016 | 1790 births |
| 2015 | 1585 births |
| 2014 | 1081 births |
| 2013 | 1033 births |
| 2012 | 1035 births |
| 2011 | 1012 births |
| 2010 | 1168 births |
| 2009 | 1152 births |
DAWSON as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 90 births |
| 2023 | 100 births |
| 2022 | 94 births |
| 2021 | 99 births |
| 2020 | 73 births |
| 2019 | 82 births |
| 2018 | 98 births |
| 2017 | 64 births |
| 2016 | 82 births |
| 2015 | 66 births |
| 2014 | 44 births |
| 2013 | 32 births |
| 2012 | 32 births |
| 2011 | 24 births |
| 2010 | 23 births |
| 2009 | 27 births |
About the name DAWSON
**Dawson** – A name steeped in history, “Dawson” is of English origin, derived from the medieval surname meaning “son of David.” This gentle yet strong name carries with it the weight of tradition, embodying the spirit of resilience and loyalty. With roots tracing back to the British Isles, Dawson found its way across the Atlantic and has become popular in the United States and Canada, where it evokes images of vast landscapes and warm communities. The name resonates with the qualities of leadership and wisdom, often associated with those who bear it. In addition to its English heritage, variations and adaptations of Dawson can be found in different cultures, each imbued with unique significance. It has also made its mark in Australia and New Zealand, where it reflects a blend of history and modernity. Choosing Dawson for your little one not only honors a rich lineage but also envelops them in the warmth of a name that speaks of family, strength, and the promise of new beginnings.
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